Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta
Craving acreamy, flavorful dish? Try this Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta recipe, perfectfor a quick dinner. Easy, delicious, and made in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz pasta penne, fettuccine, or spaghetti
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- Optional: Red pepper flakes fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Cook the Pasta:
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions, until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Prepare the Chicken:
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté chicken for 5-6 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and slice.
Make the Creamy Garlic Parmesan Sauce:
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic in butter for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, stirring until smooth and creamy.
Combine & Serve:
- Toss the cooked pasta and sliced chicken into the sauce, mixing until well coated. Serve with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and additional Parmesan, if desired.
Notes
Serving Size: 1 generous cup (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 520
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Total Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
- Sodium: 520mg
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Total Carbohydrates: 38g
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Calcium: 220mg
- Iron: 2.1mg
- Potassium: 470mg